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This easy Salisbury Steak recipe is classic comfort food like your mom used to make. It’s perfectly seasoned beef patties served with a rich brown gravy.

Add some mashed potatoes and a fresh vegetable and it’s a complete comfort meal.

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Salisbury Steak Recipe

This homemade salisbury steak recipe is a super easy way to make a special dinner without all the fuss (or expense). Simply make hamburger patties and shape them like steaks, then cook and serve with an amazing gravy.

This might be one of my favorite ground beef recipes because it’s easy to make and uses simple ingredients as well. I love adding just the perfect amount of Worcestershire sauce to make a rich gravy. This is an easy dinner that looks complicated.

If you love cooking up hamburger steak, be certain to check out my Hamburger Casserole recipe as well for another simple recipe to use lean ground beef.

You can never have too many comfort food classics to serve.

Why is it Called Salisbury Steak?

Salisbury steak is actually named after its inventor, American physician Dr. James Henry Salisbury. He researched how food affect the body and believed that ground up beef was healthy. The beef patties were named after him as they became popular.

You may remember Salisbury steak from the days of TV dinners. Trust me, this recipe has evolved from those days.

Here’s a little salisbury steak history.

Ingredients

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Patty Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • ⅓ cup bread crumbs (may substitute with oats or you can use gluten-free bread crumbs)
  • 2 teaspoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

Gravy Ingredients:

  • 2 packets Gluten Free Brown Gravy Mix
  • 2 cups hot water
  • 1 teaspoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire

How to Make This Homemade Salisbury Steak Recipe

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  1. Add all patty ingredients to a large bowl. Use clean hands to combine. Divide the meat mixture into four balls and flatten into oval patties.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet on medium heat. Place patties in hot skillet and cook the ground beef patties until beef is no longer pink, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Adjust temperature to low heat.
  4. Pour gravy mixture, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce into hot water. Whisk to combine. Pour gravy over patties in skillet and allow it to come to a simmer. Add ¼ cup of additional water to the gravy if it becomes too thick.
  5. Serve warm over mashed potatoes if desired.

Special Tools

The only tool that you’ll need to be certain to have is a large skillet. You’ll be cooking this simple recipe over medium heat on the stove so having a large skillet or a cast-iron skillet is best.

Alternatives and Suggestions

  • French Onion soup – There are some people out there that don’t care for the gravy so they opt to create more of a soup texture. French onion soup would be a great alternative to try.
  • ground turkey – Cutting down on the fat content can be done by using turkey meat instead of ground beef.
  • mushrooms – many salisbury steak recipes are served with a rich mushroom gravy. To achieve this, add mushrooms to the gravy and brown together on the stove
  • onions – add sliced onions to the gravy to make an onion gravy.
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What is the Difference Between Meatloaf and Salisbury Steak?

The directions are quite similar but the look of the two and the flavor is the main difference. Meatloaf is a loaf while Salisbury steak is an individual serving.
Meatloaf also doesn’t usually have a gravy that is paired with it as well.

Tips for Making Simple Salisbury Steak

This recipe is really, really simple but the biggest tip to keep in mind is that you don’t want to burn the patties! However, just in case you do have a moment where they are a bit “crispy”, rest easy knowing that this is where the gravy comes in and helps!

What to Serve with Salisbury Steak?

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  • mashed potatoes – this is the quintessential side dish for Salisbury Steak. The gravy is perfect with the potatoes
  • green beans – this is a great vegetable to have with the steak
  • egg noodles – if you don’t like mashed potatoes, another option is to serve this on egg noodles

How to Store

Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator of 2-3 days.

To Freeze:

Freeze uncooked steak patties by putting them on a baking sheet with about two inches between each patty. Cover baking sheet with plastic wrap and place in freezer for a few hours. This flash freezes the patties and they can then be put into a zip top freezer bag and placed in the freezer for up to 3 months. To use: remove bag from freezer and place in refrigerator overnight or for several hours and follow regular cooking instructions.

To freeze cooked patties, place salisbury steak patties and gravy in a freezer-safe container and place in freezer. Remove from freezer and heat in oven or on the stovetop until thawed and warm.

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Easy Salisbury Steak Recipe


Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

This easy Salisbury Steak recipe is comfort food that the whole family will love!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

Gravy Ingredients:

  • 2 packets Brown Gravy Mix
  • 2 cups hot water
  • 1 tsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire

Instructions

  • Add all patty ingredients to a large bowl. Use clean hands to combine. Divide the mixture into four balls and flatten into patties.

  • Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a skillet on medium heat. Cook patties until beef is no longer pink. Adjust temperature to low heat.

  • Pour gravy mixture, ketchup and Worcestershire into hot water. Whisk to combine. Pour gravy over patties in skillet and allow it to come to a simmer. Add ¼ cup of additional water to the gravy if it becomes too thick, and stir. Serve warm over mashed potatoes if desired.

Notes

Nutrition information is based on using jarred gravy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 236mg | Potassium: 453mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 3mg

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    Comments & Reviews

  1. Bryana says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (8)
    Cleaned plates all around!! This was delicious and will definitely be in my rotation of go-to dinners. Thank you!

  2. Hope says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (9)
    Holy cow this was delicious! I made this meal this evening and my husband raved about it immediately. I added some fresh baby portabella mushrooms after browning the Pattie’s and a splash of red wine which kicked it up a lot! Thank you so much for sharing! This is our new favorite recipe 🙂

  3. Jerriann says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (10)
    I have made this numerous times and my family is never disappointed

  4. Tokesia Jones says

    Can this recipe be cooked in a crock pot?

  5. Alicia says

    We haven’t tested this version in the crockpot yet.

  6. Terri says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (11)
    Right flavor, consistency, and texture!

  7. Amy Stewart says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (12)
    Delicious! I use auj jus packets instead of brown gravy.
    Very tasty comfort food!

  8. Alice Hinson says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (13)
    Very good. Made it with gravy packets. Very tasty and fast.

  9. KEVIN M WOLFE says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (14)
    Followed recipe as written. It was ok, but very bland. I will add salt & pepper to the mixture next time, even though recipe doesn’t call for it. Maybe seasoned breadcrumbs as well.

  10. Kristine says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (15)
    This was an amazing recipe!! I used Italian bread crumbs because that is what I had and it tasted so good! My picky eater even loved it. Thank you

  11. Catie says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (16)
    Delicious!!My picky daughter went for seconds! Says a lot!

  12. Dave says

    I made this meal today December 22 and I thought it was excellent. The only thing I did was I put Italian breadcrumbs and I came up perfect me and my dog mopped it up he looked at me and she said dad don’t ever leave me. I love your cooking. Laugh out loud.

  13. Jocelyn says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (17)
    Very tasty. Easy to make. However, the patties fell apart while simmering. Onions are a great addition!

  14. M. Moose says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (18)
    Use real onions and garlic … and add mushrooms. Tasty if you are in a hurry.

  15. Bobbie says

    Salisbury Steak Recipe Easy - Balancing Motherhood (19)
    I have made this several times. This time I made it with ground turkey and it was still delicious. I’m sure I will make it again with ground turkey.

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FAQs

How to keep Salisbury steak from falling apart? ›

Binding agents are the key to great Salisbury steak

Panko or seasoned breadcrumbs can be substituted for crackers. Eggs, with their water-retention capabilities, are also exceptional binding agents. The egg white is rich in proteins that, when subjected to heat, hold everything in place.

What is difference between Salisbury steak and hamburger steak? ›

Salisbury steak traditionally calls for ground sirloin, which is a lean cut of beef known for its tenderness. On the other hand, hamburger steak can be made with pretty much any cut of beef, including chuck, round, or a bit of both.

What cut of meat is Salisbury steak made from? ›

What Kind of Meat Is Salisbury Steak Made Of? Like we said, Salisbury steak isn't really steak at all—it's made from ground beef. You can think of it sort of like a hamburger patty without the bun, or like a pan-fried single-serving meatloaf, or, think of it as rather meatball-like.

What's the difference between country style steak and Salisbury steak? ›

Salisbury steak is a dish sometimes confused with country-fried steak. Both are smothered in thick brown gravy, but Salisbury steak is made with ground beef formed into what resembles miniature or personal-sized meat loaves.

How do you keep ground meat from clumping? ›

Prepare the Meat: Place the minced meat in a bowl and add some milk. Use your hands to mix well. The milk helps soften the meat and break down any lumps, resulting in a smooth texture. Cooking the Meat: Melt a little butter in a frying pan over medium heat.

Why is my Salisbury Steak chewy? ›

Why is my Salisbury steak tough? If it comes out tough, it's likely you've overworked the meat mixture before making the patties. Also, don't cook it too long per side before removing the patties to make the gravy.

What is unique about Salisbury steak? ›

Salisbury steak isn't technically a steak, but more like a patty. In fact, it's similar to meatloaf but usually without as many ingredients, shaped into a patty rather than a loaf, and served with a mushroom and onion gravy. If you like meatloaf, you'll probably love Salisbury steak.

What is banquet salisbury steak made of? ›

Banquet: "Mechanically separated chicken, pork, beef, water, rehydrated onions, textured soy flour (soy flour, caramel color) bread crumbs (bleached wheat flour enriched with niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid ..."

Is cube steak and Salisbury steak the same? ›

Although both recipes have "steak" in their names, only cube steak qualifies as the usual definition of steak — an actual slice of meat. The steak in a Salisbury recipe is formed from ground beef instead, which is seasoned, seared, and shaped into a steak-like patty.

What goes well with Salisbury steak? ›

What to Serve With Salisbury Steak. While the steaks are cooking, I like to boil up a pot of egg noodles or mashed potatoes. I also either microwave some bagged frozen vegetables or throw together a quick salad to round out the meal.

What is store bought Salisbury steak made of? ›

Salisbury Steaks: mechanically separated chicken, pork, water, beef, textured soy flour, soy protein concentrate, wheat flour, dehydrated onion, contains less than 2% of the following: salt, sodium phosphate, lactose reduced whey, hydrolyzed soy & corn protein, caramel color, dextrose, sugar, dehydrated bell peppers, ...

What is another name for Salisbury steak? ›

What Is Salisbury Steak? Salisbury steak is a variation of the Hamburg steak, which is an ancestor of the hamburger. Salisbury steaks are usually made from a blend of ground beef and other ingredients, then topped with a thick brown gravy.

What was the original Salisbury steak? ›

The steak is named after Dr. J.H. Salisbury, who promoted a meat-based diet as the means to optimal health in the mid-1800s. His original recipe called for “the muscle pulp of lean beef (to be) made into cakes and broiled,” and it was served with Worcester sauce, mustard, horseradish or lemon juice.

Is Salisbury steak just a hamburger patty? ›

Salisbury steak is a dish originating in the United States and made from a blend of ground beef and other ingredients, being considered a version of Hamburg steak.

Is Swiss steak the same as Salisbury steak? ›

What Is the Difference Between Salisbury Steak and Swiss Steak? A Salisbury steak is made from ground beef that's formed into a patty, and Swiss steak is actually steak. Additionally, Salisbury steak usually has a gravy that consists of beef broth, and Swiss steak is known for being cooked with tomatoes and onions.

What do you put in hamburger meat to keep it from falling apart? ›

Particularly when you're using lean meat, which doesn't have enough fat to keep a patty intact on its own, it's a good idea to incorporate a little quick-cooking oats and an egg into your recipe.

How do you keep hamburger steaks together? ›

What holds hamburger steak together? Raw egg, breadcrumbs, and cheese are common binders used to hold hamburger steak together. It's also important to choose meat with a high fat content, such as 80/20, to help bind the meat together.

Why is my hamburger steak falling apart? ›

But, patties that fall apart are often due to over handling the meat. Grab a chunk, don't mash it, just a gentle shaping. Five to seven minutes, flip, finish off with three or four minutes, done. If you flip it more than one time, it may fall apart on the grill.

How do you keep cube steak from falling apart? ›

Cooking Cube steak in the crockpot with plenty of flavorful liquid turns out a tender and juicy cut of beef. As long as you don't leave the meat cooking all day long, you won't have to worry about it getting too soft and falling apart.

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